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Cycling To Get Fit

There are many ways to improve your fitness levels. Some people head to the gym, others purchase fitness equipment for their homes and some people buy exercise DVD’s to work up a sweat. But one way to live a healthier lifestyle is to take up a sport. Football, tennis, rugby, badminton and squash are all activities that will get your heart rate going.

One sport that seems to be very popular at the moment is cycling. Riding a bike is a great way to burn calories, improve fitness and generally add more exercise into your day. Almost your entire lower body is worked out when cycling. Plus if you are riding up hill you will give those leg muscles an even greater work out.

Cycling is also great if you are new to exercise. Anyone of any age can ride a bike as part of their fitness regime. So whether you are eight or eighty, a bicycle is certainly worth a go if you want to exercise more. Also riding a bike is a fantastic way to get outdoors more and socialise. Cycling with friends or other family members can count as time spent together socialising.

Another added bonus is you can cycle anywhere at anytime. Commuting to work could be done on a bicycle and weekend breaks and trips can include a good old cycle too. So wherever you are, some amount of exercise can be taken up.

All you need to do now is purchase a bike and you are ready to go. Once you start looking you may feel a little drowned by all the choice that is out there. Road bikes, full suspension, mountain and hybrid bikes are all types you will come across. Choose the one that is suited for you and you should be cycling with ease in no time.

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